Do you know that approx 300,000 people die in road accident that occurs to sleepy driving.
Now, this can be prevented. Scientists from Germany have developed a device to prevent motorists from falling asleep.
Developed at the Fraunhofer Institute in Germany, It is a system which involves tiny cameras that monitor eye movements which trigger an alarm when drivers seem about to nod off.
Cameras are set up to follow the line of vision even when the driver's head moves left or right, reports the Daily Mail.
Utilising up to six dashboard-mounted cameras with compact three to four mm lenses, the system processes up to 200 images per second to detect sleepiness using parameters like line of vision and eyelid position, irrespective of the position of the driver's head.
The system is called 'Eye Tracker' and could be in the market as early as the end of next year.
The alarm can either come in the form of flashing lights or a bell or siren, or even a vibrator on the steering wheel, and can be adapted to any car on the market.
Its testing is due to start January, 2011 and scientists hope it will be ready for sale by December at around 100 pounds a unit.
- IANS Inputs
Src: [NDTV]
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Tuesday, November 16, 2010
Scientist develop a device that won't let motorists fall asleep
Do you know that approx 300,000 people die in road accident that occurs to sleepy driving.
Now, this can be prevented. Scientists from Germany have developed a device to prevent motorists from falling asleep.
Developed at the Fraunhofer Institute in Germany, It is a system which involves tiny cameras that monitor eye movements which trigger an alarm when drivers seem about to nod off.
Cameras are set up to follow the line of vision even when the driver's head moves left or right, reports the Daily Mail.
Utilising up to six dashboard-mounted cameras with compact three to four mm lenses, the system processes up to 200 images per second to detect sleepiness using parameters like line of vision and eyelid position, irrespective of the position of the driver's head.
The system is called 'Eye Tracker' and could be in the market as early as the end of next year.
The alarm can either come in the form of flashing lights or a bell or siren, or even a vibrator on the steering wheel, and can be adapted to any car on the market.
Its testing is due to start January, 2011 and scientists hope it will be ready for sale by December at around 100 pounds a unit.
- IANS Inputs
Src: [NDTV]
Now, this can be prevented. Scientists from Germany have developed a device to prevent motorists from falling asleep.
Developed at the Fraunhofer Institute in Germany, It is a system which involves tiny cameras that monitor eye movements which trigger an alarm when drivers seem about to nod off.
Cameras are set up to follow the line of vision even when the driver's head moves left or right, reports the Daily Mail.
Utilising up to six dashboard-mounted cameras with compact three to four mm lenses, the system processes up to 200 images per second to detect sleepiness using parameters like line of vision and eyelid position, irrespective of the position of the driver's head.
The system is called 'Eye Tracker' and could be in the market as early as the end of next year.
The alarm can either come in the form of flashing lights or a bell or siren, or even a vibrator on the steering wheel, and can be adapted to any car on the market.
Its testing is due to start January, 2011 and scientists hope it will be ready for sale by December at around 100 pounds a unit.
- IANS Inputs
Src: [NDTV]
Scientist develop a device that won't let motorists fall asleep
Do you know that approx 300,000 people die in road accident that occurs to sleepy driving.
Now, this can be prevented. Scientists from Germany have developed a device to prevent motorists from falling asleep.
Developed at the Fraunhofer Institute in Germany, It is a system which involves tiny cameras that monitor eye movements which trigger an alarm when drivers seem about to nod off.
Cameras are set up to follow the line of vision even when the driver's head moves left or right, reports the Daily Mail.
Utilising up to six dashboard-mounted cameras with compact three to four mm lenses, the system processes up to 200 images per second to detect sleepiness using parameters like line of vision and eyelid position, irrespective of the position of the driver's head.
The system is called 'Eye Tracker' and could be in the market as early as the end of next year.
The alarm can either come in the form of flashing lights or a bell or siren, or even a vibrator on the steering wheel, and can be adapted to any car on the market.
Its testing is due to start January, 2011 and scientists hope it will be ready for sale by December at around 100 pounds a unit.
- IANS Inputs
Src: [NDTV]
Now, this can be prevented. Scientists from Germany have developed a device to prevent motorists from falling asleep.
Developed at the Fraunhofer Institute in Germany, It is a system which involves tiny cameras that monitor eye movements which trigger an alarm when drivers seem about to nod off.
Cameras are set up to follow the line of vision even when the driver's head moves left or right, reports the Daily Mail.
Utilising up to six dashboard-mounted cameras with compact three to four mm lenses, the system processes up to 200 images per second to detect sleepiness using parameters like line of vision and eyelid position, irrespective of the position of the driver's head.
The system is called 'Eye Tracker' and could be in the market as early as the end of next year.
The alarm can either come in the form of flashing lights or a bell or siren, or even a vibrator on the steering wheel, and can be adapted to any car on the market.
Its testing is due to start January, 2011 and scientists hope it will be ready for sale by December at around 100 pounds a unit.
- IANS Inputs
Src: [NDTV]
Scientist develop a device that won't let motorists fall asleep
Do you know that approx 300,000 people die in road accident that occurs to sleepy driving.
Now, this can be prevented. Scientists from Germany have developed a device to prevent motorists from falling asleep.
Developed at the Fraunhofer Institute in Germany, It is a system which involves tiny cameras that monitor eye movements which trigger an alarm when drivers seem about to nod off.
Cameras are set up to follow the line of vision even when the driver's head moves left or right, reports the Daily Mail.
Utilising up to six dashboard-mounted cameras with compact three to four mm lenses, the system processes up to 200 images per second to detect sleepiness using parameters like line of vision and eyelid position, irrespective of the position of the driver's head.
The system is called 'Eye Tracker' and could be in the market as early as the end of next year.
The alarm can either come in the form of flashing lights or a bell or siren, or even a vibrator on the steering wheel, and can be adapted to any car on the market.
Its testing is due to start January, 2011 and scientists hope it will be ready for sale by December at around 100 pounds a unit.
- IANS Inputs
Src: [NDTV]
Now, this can be prevented. Scientists from Germany have developed a device to prevent motorists from falling asleep.
Developed at the Fraunhofer Institute in Germany, It is a system which involves tiny cameras that monitor eye movements which trigger an alarm when drivers seem about to nod off.
Cameras are set up to follow the line of vision even when the driver's head moves left or right, reports the Daily Mail.
Utilising up to six dashboard-mounted cameras with compact three to four mm lenses, the system processes up to 200 images per second to detect sleepiness using parameters like line of vision and eyelid position, irrespective of the position of the driver's head.
The system is called 'Eye Tracker' and could be in the market as early as the end of next year.
The alarm can either come in the form of flashing lights or a bell or siren, or even a vibrator on the steering wheel, and can be adapted to any car on the market.
Its testing is due to start January, 2011 and scientists hope it will be ready for sale by December at around 100 pounds a unit.
- IANS Inputs
Src: [NDTV]
Friday, November 5, 2010
Magic Sky Control roof in Mercedes-Benz SLK turns invisible(transparent) with touch of button
New year Mercedes will showcase its new SLK model with a Unique sky roof touch. This new sky roof, at the touch of a button it can be made either transparent or darkened.
In transparent mode it will offer an open-air experience during cold weather, while in darkened mode it will afford a haven of shade and prevent the interior from heating up in direct sunlight.
This innovative glass shields against the sun’s rays far more effectively than conventional thermal insulation glass or sunblinds, there giving the user max climatic comfort .
The operating principle is based on the physics of a plate condenser: if the glass structure is subjected to an electrical voltage, particles in the structure position themselves so that light is able to pass through the glass. If the voltage remains switched off, however, the particles position themselves randomly. This partially blocks the light, and the glass remains dark. The control unit and converter are integrated into the front section of the roof, and the switch is in the overhead control console.
The panoramic vario-roof with MAGIC SKY CONTROL will be available to order as an optional extra for less than 2000 euros.
Source: emercedesbenz
Magic Sky Control roof in Mercedes-Benz SLK turns invisible(transparent) with touch of button
New year Mercedes will showcase its new SLK model with a Unique sky roof touch. This new sky roof, at the touch of a button it can be made either transparent or darkened.
In transparent mode it will offer an open-air experience during cold weather, while in darkened mode it will afford a haven of shade and prevent the interior from heating up in direct sunlight.
This innovative glass shields against the sun’s rays far more effectively than conventional thermal insulation glass or sunblinds, there giving the user max climatic comfort .
The operating principle is based on the physics of a plate condenser: if the glass structure is subjected to an electrical voltage, particles in the structure position themselves so that light is able to pass through the glass. If the voltage remains switched off, however, the particles position themselves randomly. This partially blocks the light, and the glass remains dark. The control unit and converter are integrated into the front section of the roof, and the switch is in the overhead control console.
The panoramic vario-roof with MAGIC SKY CONTROL will be available to order as an optional extra for less than 2000 euros.
Source: emercedesbenz
Magic Sky Control roof in Mercedes-Benz SLK turns invisible(transparent) with touch of button
New year Mercedes will showcase its new SLK model with a Unique sky roof touch. This new sky roof, at the touch of a button it can be made either transparent or darkened.
In transparent mode it will offer an open-air experience during cold weather, while in darkened mode it will afford a haven of shade and prevent the interior from heating up in direct sunlight.
This innovative glass shields against the sun’s rays far more effectively than conventional thermal insulation glass or sunblinds, there giving the user max climatic comfort .
The operating principle is based on the physics of a plate condenser: if the glass structure is subjected to an electrical voltage, particles in the structure position themselves so that light is able to pass through the glass. If the voltage remains switched off, however, the particles position themselves randomly. This partially blocks the light, and the glass remains dark. The control unit and converter are integrated into the front section of the roof, and the switch is in the overhead control console.
The panoramic vario-roof with MAGIC SKY CONTROL will be available to order as an optional extra for less than 2000 euros.
Source: emercedesbenz
Magic Sky Control roof in Mercedes-Benz SLK turns invisible(transparent) with touch of button
New year Mercedes will showcase its new SLK model with a Unique sky roof touch. This new sky roof, at the touch of a button it can be made either transparent or darkened.
In transparent mode it will offer an open-air experience during cold weather, while in darkened mode it will afford a haven of shade and prevent the interior from heating up in direct sunlight.
This innovative glass shields against the sun’s rays far more effectively than conventional thermal insulation glass or sunblinds, there giving the user max climatic comfort .
The operating principle is based on the physics of a plate condenser: if the glass structure is subjected to an electrical voltage, particles in the structure position themselves so that light is able to pass through the glass. If the voltage remains switched off, however, the particles position themselves randomly. This partially blocks the light, and the glass remains dark. The control unit and converter are integrated into the front section of the roof, and the switch is in the overhead control console.
The panoramic vario-roof with MAGIC SKY CONTROL will be available to order as an optional extra for less than 2000 euros.
Source: emercedesbenz
Friday, October 15, 2010
Instead of calling a cabbie, now you can call your own car to pick you up.[Video]
Team lead by Raul Rojas came up with the system of self driving concept by combining the smartphone or even an iPad if you have one with Global positioning system integration reveals the caller's location to the car, which then works out the best route and tells the passenger how long it will take it to get there.
Raul Roja's team say their invention will support environmentally friendly developments by making car-sharing more practical.
Optimal use of the technology could see the number of cars in Berlin reduced to one-fifth of their current number, they say.
"With an ordinary mobile multimedia device (iPad) the driver can access all the on-board electronics," a spokesman said. "This opens up entirely new possibilities for operating the vehicle, far beyond the previous ideas of remote control."
Drivers who suddenly decide they want to steer the vehicle via an iPad can turn the automatic technology off and take control themselves.
The MIG uses sensor technology to create a three-dimensional image of the street on the car's computer so that the car is able to detect bikes, pedestrians, road markings and signs.
- Reuters Input
Instead of calling a cabbie, now you can call your own car to pick you up.[Video]
Team lead by Raul Rojas came up with the system of self driving concept by combining the smartphone or even an iPad if you have one with Global positioning system integration reveals the caller's location to the car, which then works out the best route and tells the passenger how long it will take it to get there.
Raul Roja's team say their invention will support environmentally friendly developments by making car-sharing more practical.
Optimal use of the technology could see the number of cars in Berlin reduced to one-fifth of their current number, they say.
"With an ordinary mobile multimedia device (iPad) the driver can access all the on-board electronics," a spokesman said. "This opens up entirely new possibilities for operating the vehicle, far beyond the previous ideas of remote control."
Drivers who suddenly decide they want to steer the vehicle via an iPad can turn the automatic technology off and take control themselves.
The MIG uses sensor technology to create a three-dimensional image of the street on the car's computer so that the car is able to detect bikes, pedestrians, road markings and signs.
- Reuters Input
Instead of calling a cabbie, now you can call your own car to pick you up.[Video]
Team lead by Raul Rojas came up with the system of self driving concept by combining the smartphone or even an iPad if you have one with Global positioning system integration reveals the caller's location to the car, which then works out the best route and tells the passenger how long it will take it to get there.
Raul Roja's team say their invention will support environmentally friendly developments by making car-sharing more practical.
Optimal use of the technology could see the number of cars in Berlin reduced to one-fifth of their current number, they say.
"With an ordinary mobile multimedia device (iPad) the driver can access all the on-board electronics," a spokesman said. "This opens up entirely new possibilities for operating the vehicle, far beyond the previous ideas of remote control."
Drivers who suddenly decide they want to steer the vehicle via an iPad can turn the automatic technology off and take control themselves.
The MIG uses sensor technology to create a three-dimensional image of the street on the car's computer so that the car is able to detect bikes, pedestrians, road markings and signs.
- Reuters Input
Instead of calling a cabbie, now you can call your own car to pick you up.[Video]
Team lead by Raul Rojas came up with the system of self driving concept by combining the smartphone or even an iPad if you have one with Global positioning system integration reveals the caller's location to the car, which then works out the best route and tells the passenger how long it will take it to get there.
Raul Roja's team say their invention will support environmentally friendly developments by making car-sharing more practical.
Optimal use of the technology could see the number of cars in Berlin reduced to one-fifth of their current number, they say.
"With an ordinary mobile multimedia device (iPad) the driver can access all the on-board electronics," a spokesman said. "This opens up entirely new possibilities for operating the vehicle, far beyond the previous ideas of remote control."
Drivers who suddenly decide they want to steer the vehicle via an iPad can turn the automatic technology off and take control themselves.
The MIG uses sensor technology to create a three-dimensional image of the street on the car's computer so that the car is able to detect bikes, pedestrians, road markings and signs.
- Reuters Input
Thursday, September 30, 2010
BMW-iPad bond caught at 2010 Paris Motor Show
On going Auto show in Paris had gain some electronic-automotive importance. The auto enthusiast has witnessed something new in this year auto show. German Automaker BMW had showcased its car integrated with apple's iPad at the back of the front seat.Photo courtesy: autospies.com
BMW-iPad bond caught at 2010 Paris Motor Show
On going Auto show in Paris had gain some electronic-automotive importance. The auto enthusiast has witnessed something new in this year auto show. German Automaker BMW had showcased its car integrated with apple's iPad at the back of the front seat.Photo courtesy: autospies.com
BMW-iPad bond caught at 2010 Paris Motor Show
On going Auto show in Paris had gain some electronic-automotive importance. The auto enthusiast has witnessed something new in this year auto show. German Automaker BMW had showcased its car integrated with apple's iPad at the back of the front seat.Photo courtesy: autospies.com
BMW-iPad bond caught at 2010 Paris Motor Show
On going Auto show in Paris had gain some electronic-automotive importance. The auto enthusiast has witnessed something new in this year auto show. German Automaker BMW had showcased its car integrated with apple's iPad at the back of the front seat.Photo courtesy: autospies.com
Thursday, September 16, 2010
Virginia-based company bags $ 5 Million Automotive X Prize.
As a result of encouragement of developing high efficient cars, Automotive X competition was held.
Virginia-based company has developed a ultralight, gas-powered car . It was made of lightweight materials with good Aerodynamically design to reduce the opposing force from the wind and its very low production cost.
The contest was held to develop highly efficient, production-ready vehicles.
Lynchburg, Va.-based Edison2 won $5 million for its "Very Light Car No. 98."
The car can get 102 miles per gallon. It seats four and is built on a steel frame of mostly aluminum parts.
Edison2 founder Oliver Kuttner says some of the prize money will go into development of the next generation light car.
All of the winners are now eligible for a U.S. Department of Energy program that will help ready the vehicles for introduction to the U.S. market.
- AP inputs
Virginia-based company has developed a ultralight, gas-powered car . It was made of lightweight materials with good Aerodynamically design to reduce the opposing force from the wind and its very low production cost.
The contest was held to develop highly efficient, production-ready vehicles.
Lynchburg, Va.-based Edison2 won $5 million for its "Very Light Car No. 98."
The car can get 102 miles per gallon. It seats four and is built on a steel frame of mostly aluminum parts.
Edison2 founder Oliver Kuttner says some of the prize money will go into development of the next generation light car.
All of the winners are now eligible for a U.S. Department of Energy program that will help ready the vehicles for introduction to the U.S. market.
- AP inputs
Virginia-based company bags $ 5 Million Automotive X Prize.
As a result of encouragement of developing high efficient cars, Automotive X competition was held.
Virginia-based company has developed a ultralight, gas-powered car . It was made of lightweight materials with good Aerodynamically design to reduce the opposing force from the wind and its very low production cost.
The contest was held to develop highly efficient, production-ready vehicles.
Lynchburg, Va.-based Edison2 won $5 million for its "Very Light Car No. 98."
The car can get 102 miles per gallon. It seats four and is built on a steel frame of mostly aluminum parts.
Edison2 founder Oliver Kuttner says some of the prize money will go into development of the next generation light car.
All of the winners are now eligible for a U.S. Department of Energy program that will help ready the vehicles for introduction to the U.S. market.
- AP inputs
Virginia-based company has developed a ultralight, gas-powered car . It was made of lightweight materials with good Aerodynamically design to reduce the opposing force from the wind and its very low production cost.
The contest was held to develop highly efficient, production-ready vehicles.
Lynchburg, Va.-based Edison2 won $5 million for its "Very Light Car No. 98."
The car can get 102 miles per gallon. It seats four and is built on a steel frame of mostly aluminum parts.
Edison2 founder Oliver Kuttner says some of the prize money will go into development of the next generation light car.
All of the winners are now eligible for a U.S. Department of Energy program that will help ready the vehicles for introduction to the U.S. market.
- AP inputs
Virginia-based company bags $ 5 Million Automotive X Prize.
As a result of encouragement of developing high efficient cars, Automotive X competition was held.
Virginia-based company has developed a ultralight, gas-powered car . It was made of lightweight materials with good Aerodynamically design to reduce the opposing force from the wind and its very low production cost.
The contest was held to develop highly efficient, production-ready vehicles.
Lynchburg, Va.-based Edison2 won $5 million for its "Very Light Car No. 98."
The car can get 102 miles per gallon. It seats four and is built on a steel frame of mostly aluminum parts.
Edison2 founder Oliver Kuttner says some of the prize money will go into development of the next generation light car.
All of the winners are now eligible for a U.S. Department of Energy program that will help ready the vehicles for introduction to the U.S. market.
- AP inputs
Virginia-based company has developed a ultralight, gas-powered car . It was made of lightweight materials with good Aerodynamically design to reduce the opposing force from the wind and its very low production cost.
The contest was held to develop highly efficient, production-ready vehicles.
Lynchburg, Va.-based Edison2 won $5 million for its "Very Light Car No. 98."
The car can get 102 miles per gallon. It seats four and is built on a steel frame of mostly aluminum parts.
Edison2 founder Oliver Kuttner says some of the prize money will go into development of the next generation light car.
All of the winners are now eligible for a U.S. Department of Energy program that will help ready the vehicles for introduction to the U.S. market.
- AP inputs
Virginia-based company bags $ 5 Million Automotive X Prize.
As a result of encouragement of developing high efficient cars, Automotive X competition was held.
Virginia-based company has developed a ultralight, gas-powered car . It was made of lightweight materials with good Aerodynamically design to reduce the opposing force from the wind and its very low production cost.
The contest was held to develop highly efficient, production-ready vehicles.
Lynchburg, Va.-based Edison2 won $5 million for its "Very Light Car No. 98."
The car can get 102 miles per gallon. It seats four and is built on a steel frame of mostly aluminum parts.
Edison2 founder Oliver Kuttner says some of the prize money will go into development of the next generation light car.
All of the winners are now eligible for a U.S. Department of Energy program that will help ready the vehicles for introduction to the U.S. market.
- AP inputs
Virginia-based company has developed a ultralight, gas-powered car . It was made of lightweight materials with good Aerodynamically design to reduce the opposing force from the wind and its very low production cost.
The contest was held to develop highly efficient, production-ready vehicles.
Lynchburg, Va.-based Edison2 won $5 million for its "Very Light Car No. 98."
The car can get 102 miles per gallon. It seats four and is built on a steel frame of mostly aluminum parts.
Edison2 founder Oliver Kuttner says some of the prize money will go into development of the next generation light car.
All of the winners are now eligible for a U.S. Department of Energy program that will help ready the vehicles for introduction to the U.S. market.
- AP inputs
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